CU News & Events – June Edition

July 2, 2026 |

June was a month of connection, service, and celebration for Maine’s credit unions as they strengthened relationships with members while making a meaningful difference in their communities. Through member appreciation events, volunteer efforts, charitable giving, and initiatives recognizing both Elder Abuse Awareness Month and National Hunger Awareness Month, credit unions demonstrated their unwavering commitment to improving the financial and personal well-being of those they serve. From supporting neighbors in need to celebrating the cooperative spirit that defines the movement, Maine’s credit unions continued to show that people always come first. 

  • The St. Agatha branch of Acadia FCU coordinated a “The Pie Must Fly” fundraiser in support of Maine Credit Unions’ Campaign for Ending Hunger. Members could purchase tickets and place them in the bucket of the team member(s) they’d most like to see pied in the face. The two employees with the most tickets in their buckets will be pied on July 24. 
  • Also benefiting the Campaign for Ending Hunger in June was Ancorum CU’s cash calendar fundraiser, available at any branch location. 
  • Atlantic FCU asked their members to help them Swipe Out Hunger in June. If they collectively reached one million debit card transactions, Atlantic promised to donate $30,000 to the Campaign for Ending Hunger. Members not only reached the goal—they surpassed it! Atlantic is able to donate $34,785 to the Campaign. 
  • Bangor FCU held an Ending Hunger Yard Sale on June 6, turning thrifted items into dollars to support hungry neighbors in need. 
  • On June 8, the staff of Brewer FCU celebrated CEO Dave DeFroscia’s 10-year work anniversary—noting their appreciation for his outstanding leadership and guidance. Congratulations and thank you, Dave!
  • Capital Area FCU once again launched its Community Caterpillar fundraiser to benefit Special Olympics Maine. For $5, individuals can purchase a rock at the credit union, take it home to decorate it however they’d like, and then add it to the growing caterpillar display in front of the credit union. 
  • Casco FCU facilitated a peanut butter drive to aid local families who cannot rely on the free lunch programs during the summer season. 
  • To educate members about fraud, Central Maine FCU posted a link to an educational video on their website to inform about scams.
  • Community CU participated in the United Way of Western Maine’s Touch-A-Truck event, offering financial education coloring books and fun rounds of Jenga. 
  • On June 6, Connected CU hosted the second annual Putting for Pups golf tournament at Summit Spring Golf Course to support Rescue Charlie’s Friends. In total, they raised $19,700—helping Rescue Charlie’s Friends to get closer to their $40,000 goal to get their own x-ray machine. 
  • cPort CU ran a giveaway for four tickets to the Portland Sea Dogs. 
  • Staff from Cumberland County FCU enjoyed their time at Westbrook Together Days, running a “guess the money in the jar” game in which one winner received a $200 Hannaford gift card. 
  • Dirigo FCU excitedly shared that they are the first-ever Presenting Sponsor of the Scarborough Concerts in the Park series. 
  • The City of Brewer invited community members to come together for an evening of compassion and support at the Neighbors Helping Heroes fundraiser event on June 25 to benefit the families affected by the tragic Robbins Lumber Mill fire and explosion. The gathering included activities for all ages, including food, face painting, bounce houses, touch-a-truck opportunities with local fire departments, and a family movie at the end of the day sponsored by Downeast CU. This all-donation event contributed 100% of the proceeds to the Waldo County Firefighters Association, who will distribute funds to families. 
  • The Katahdin Region Chamber of Commerce named Eastmill FCU their Business of the Year. Congratulations to the team at Eastmill! 
  • A group from Empeople CU kicked off summer with community members at the Biddeford Beach Bash. 
  • Evergreen CU congratulated Leah, Nathan, Jordan, and Jillian, who were the recipients of the Evergreen CU Education Foundation’s 2026 scholarship program. Each student was awarded $2,500 towards their continued education. 
  • Franklin-Somerset FCU gave away four $1,000 scholarships to deserving students from Mt. Abram, Mt. Blue, Skowhegan, and Carrabec High Schools.
  • At Gardiner FCU’s Annual Ending Hunger Check Reception, the team distributed $35,800 to the following local pantries: Augusta Food Bank, Boys & Girls Club of Kennebec Valley, Bread of Life Ministries, Chrysalis Place, Faith Food Pantry, Food for Thought Backpack Program, Hallowell Food Pantry, South Gardiner Baptist Church Food Pantry, Spectrum Generations Cohen Center, and the Tiger Food Pantry. 
  • On social media, Great Falls FCU continued their Fraud Friday series, featuring important information to keep members protected from falling victims to fraud. 
  • HRCU coordinated Member Appreciation Week to honor and celebrate their members and the moments that shaped the credit union. 
  • Katahdin FCU awarded $10,000 in scholarships to area high school students, supporting their pursuit of higher education. 
  • Belfast’s Arts in the Park saw KSW FCU proudly serve as one of the event’s major sponsors. 
  • Employees at KV FCU gathered to paint rocks for their new rock gardens, enjoying the chance to be creative, collaborative, and connected with one another—adding a splash of color to the branches. 
  • Throughout June, Lighthouse CU invited members to purchase tickets for the Summer Salute on July 2 at Strawberry Banke Museum in Portsmouth, where Broadway’s Nat Zegree performed The History of American Music to celebrate the nation’s 250th birthday. Proceeds assisted the credit union with their launch of the Lighthouse CU Foundation Veterans Support Fund—helping veterans with housing, hunger, and education struggles. 
  • Lincoln Maine FCU recognized three educators—Emily Tolman (Ella P. Burr Elementary School), Roberta Jipson (Greater Lincoln Christian Academy), and Kyra Bourgoin (Lee/Winn Elementary School)—who go above and beyond through their 2026 Educator Impact Scholarship.  
  • A Paws Across Our Community pet supply drive took place at Lisbon Community FCU in support of the greater Androscoggin Humane Society. 
  • Some of the Maine Family FCU crew volunteered to help the Greater Androscoggin Humane Society with a bottle drive, noting how small actions help build a more compassionate community. 
  • Maine Highlands FCU partnered with the Augusta Texas Roadhouse location on June 17 to donate 10% of sales to the Campaign for Ending Hunger. 
  • June 2 brought about Maine Savings FCU’s Employee Appreciation Night to thank staff for their hard work, dedication, and commitment to members and the community. 
  • Through their website, Maine Solutions FCU gave members a heads up of their holiday closure for Independence Day on July 3. 
  • Maine State CU once again started their Backpacks 4ME school supply drive, running through July 31. 
  • Midcoast FCU’s 6th Annual Bags & Brews Cornhole Tournament was a huge success at Mast Landing Brewing Company! The fundraiser supports the Greater Freeport Chamber of Commerce’s Budding Entrepreneur Scholarship Fund. 
  • An incredible result came out of New Dimensions FCU’s 12th Annual Cruisin’ for a Cure Car Show, with $23,040.48 raised for the Maine Children’s Cancer Program! 
  • Towards the end of June, Spirit Week hit NorState FCU—complete with themed days like sports day, glam day, character day, and decades day. 
  • Volunteers from OTIS FCU lent a helping hand at the Jay-Livermore-Livermore Falls Chamber of Commerce’s Scholarship Golf Tournament, assisting with raffles, registration, group photos, and the putting contest. 
  • Team members from Oxford FCU hung out with Mt. Blue Middle School seventh and eight graders during their Career Day. 
  • PeoplesChoice CU kicked off their Summer Sweepstakes, which is taking place until September 1 when one lucky winner will receive $2,500. The Sweepstakes raise critical funding for local food pantries and meal programs, benefiting the Campaign for Ending Hunger. 
  • Sabattus Regional CU used social media to share many helpful tips to keep our most vulnerable citizens safe during Elder Abuse Awareness Month. 
  • With June servings as National Homeownership Month, Saco Valley CU informed members they can use their mortgage calculator to determine what they can afford before starting their homebuying journey. 
  • Seaboard FCU started a new social media series called Talk About Our Team Tuesday, where they introduce their staff and what they do at the credit union—giving members a behind-the-scenes look at the credit union’s culture, collaboration, and operations. 
  • On June 14, Sebasticook Valley FCU held an Ending Hunger Yard Sale and had the Big G’s BBQ food truck on-site to provide a delicious meal. 
  • To celebrate their 70th anniversary, The County FCU is donating $2,600 every other month through their Community Mini-Grant program. In June, The Well of Mars Hill received a grant from the credit union to support their growth and the meaningful work they do for the community. 
  • More than a dozen Town & Country FCU employee volunteers came together last month to put the finishing touches on one of twelve new homes being built by Habitat for Humanity of Greater Portland in Standish. 
  • Trademark FCU was thrilled to announce that a brand-new digital banking experience is coming soon. 
  • Tim, Tucker, Faith, and Ember from TruChoice FCU attended the League’s Emerging Leaders Night at the Portland Sea Dogs on June 5—complete with networking and connecting from the comfort of a skybox. 
  • UCU welcomed the incoming class of students to the University of Maine at New Student Orientation. 
  • Winthrop Area FCU celebrated colleague Darlene’s birthday with a delicious treat.